Killing of Jose Portillo-Castro
- Year
- 2002
- Where
- Brighton, Colorado
- Source
- Colorado Bureau of Investigation
- Evidence
- 1
On February 7, 2002, Mr. Castro was found shot to death inside Surcure Industries located at 6425 Washington Street. Mr. Castro was found deceased along with his cousin Rene Castro. Anyone with inform
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